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Quote by John Burroughs
I have discovered the secret of happiness - it is work, either wit

I have discovered the secret of happiness – it is work, either with the hands or the head. The moment I have something to do, the draughts are open and my chimney draws, and I am happy. – John Burroughs

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Some scenes you juggle two balls, some scenes you juggle three balls, some scenes you can juggle five balls. The key is always to speak in your own voice. Speak the truth. Thats Acting 101. Then you start putting layers on top of that. – John Burroughs

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